W12×16 wide-flange beam
W12×16 weighs 16 lb per foot. Detailing dimensions and section properties below come from the AISC Shapes Database, 16th Edition. Values are shown to the nearest 1/16 in. as they appear on a shop drawing.
Detailing dimensions
| Depth (d) | 12" |
|---|---|
| Flange width (bf) | 4" |
| Web thickness (tw) | 1/4" |
| Flange thickness (tf) | 1/4" |
| k (detailing) | 13/16" |
| Workable gage (g) | 2 1/4" |
Section properties
| Weight | 16 lb/ft |
|---|---|
| Area (A) | 4.71 in² |
| Ix | 103 in⁴ |
| Sx | 17.1 in³ |
| Zx | 20.1 in³ |
| rx | 4.67 in |
| Iy | 2.82 in⁴ |
| Sy | 1.41 in³ |
| Zy | 2.26 in³ |
| ry | 0.773 in |
| J | 0.103 in⁴ |
Detailing values are rounded to the nearest 1/16 in. per the AISC Steel Construction Manual. Verify critical dimensions against the current Manual before fabrication. Need W12×16 cut, formed, or fabricated? Huntington Steel & Supply Co.